Investigating eye health in the Latino community
Study of Latinos (SOL) Ojos
This study is looking at the eye health of Latino people aged 40 and older in Chicago and Miami to see how it relates to other health issues like heart disease and diabetes, and your participation will help improve healthcare for your community!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10682630 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the eye health of Latino individuals aged 40 and older, as part of a larger study on various health conditions affecting this population. It aims to conduct detailed eye examinations on 2,500 participants from Chicago and Miami, who are part of the Hispanic Community Health Study. By analyzing the relationship between eye health and cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and other health issues, the study seeks to better understand the overall health burden in Latino communities. Participants will contribute to a national resource of health data that can inform future healthcare strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are Latino individuals aged 40 and older living in Chicago or Miami.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 40 or not of Latino descent may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved eye care and health outcomes for Latino individuals, particularly in relation to cardiovascular and diabetes-related conditions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have successfully examined health disparities in Latino populations, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful findings.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, UNITED STATES
- University of Illinois at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Joslin, Charlotte E — University of Illinois at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Joslin, Charlotte E
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.